Maintenance Foreman University Housing UTK

This position provides day to day guidance and oversite of the maintenance duties of multiple maintenance technicians in University Housing residence halls to include repairs to all mechanical systems within the buildings. This position will monitor the electronic maintenance management system and assign work orders as necessary. They will follow-up on completed work to ensure repairs were made correctly. This position will work with campus partners and outside contractors on projects that fall within the responsibilities of this position. They will give frequent updates on building issues and conditions to maintenance superintendent. They will be responsible for approving time and leave requests of the maintenance technicians.

• Provide technical guidance and expertise in a specialty area
• Plan/Schedule the work of designated maintenance personnel
• Supervise day-to-day operations of skilled trade unit(s) in a specialty area ensuring adequate staffing and the proper distribution of assignments
• Enforce policies safety regulations and applicable codes
• Inspect completed work to insure compliance with technical drawings specifications and job orders
• Direct rework and corrective actions to address identified deficiencies
• Maintain records and prepare reports
• Make improvements to processes that do not affect budget
• Make recommendations to improve processes that may have a wide scope or impact budget
• Collaborate with contractors on various projects
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for University Housing facilities and insure that all maintenance personnel adhere to said schedules
• Manage personnel including training performance management and personnel action recommendations
• Recommend and approve personnel actions including: hiring merit raises promotions transfers vacation schedules and termination
• Review and approve maintenance supply and material orders
• Insure proper stock levels are maintained and that parts are on hand for any maintenance need
• Ensure the distribution repair and maintenance of materials supplies and equipment
• Order materials and provide guidance in estimating the amount and type of materials supplies and equipment required for projects
• Calculate costs for billing purposes for student damage charges

The Maintenance Forman has thorough knowledge of modern construction practices and standards as well as various construction maintenance trades including carpentry plumbing HVAC electrical and masonry. The Maintenance Forman has the ability to apply this knowledge to the daily operations of assigned buildings and of the maintenance team.

Required Qualifications

Education:High School Diploma or GED

Experience:A minimum of 8 years of supervisory experience in a large complex maintenance and construction operation.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow instruction; Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of effective preventative maintenance program concepts
• Knowledge of safe working practices
• Must possess strong computer skills
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and schedules
• Ability to work with both a diverse customer and employee base
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to effectively lead a diverse group of employees
• Ability to use specialized tools and equipment
• Ability to wear protective gear

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:Associates degree in a construction/maintenance-related discipline

Experience:A minimum of 10 years of supervisory experience

Work Location

• This position is located in Knoxville Tennessee
• This position is a full-time on-site position

Compensation and Benefits

• UT market range:MR10
• Find more information on the UT Market Range structurehere
• Find more information on UT Benefitshere

Application Instructions

To express interest please submit an application with the noted below attachments. To be assured of full consideration completed applications with all requested materials should be submitted on or before April 28 2026

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of 3 Professional References

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